Policing sexuality
Subtitle: sex, society, and the state
By: Julian C.H. Lee
Publisher: Strategic Information and Research Development Centre; Zed Books
Published: 2011
Place of publication: Kuala Lumpur; New York
Language: eng
Number of pages: 192
ISBN-13: 9789675832321; 9781848138971; 9781848138964
Subjects: Human rights; Sex role; Social aspects; Power (Social sciences); Political aspects; Gender identity; Sex
Description: Policing Sexuality explores the regulation of sexual behaviour and identity, asking how and why nation-states have sought to influence and control the sexuality of their citizens. Featuring crucial case studies from India, the US, Malaysia, Turkey, and Britain, this engaging comparative account examines the coercive control state authority exerts over sexuality.
Notes: Includes bibliographical references (p. 168-182) and index.